Official websites use .gov
A
.gov website belongs to an official
government organization in the United States.
Secure .gov websites use HTTPS
A lock (
) or https:// means you've safely
connected to the .gov website. Share sensitive
information only on official, secure websites.
Characteristics of main informational sources used
| TV | Internet | Doctors / Clinics | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advantages |
* Wide Reach - All Ages * Trusted * Creates Motivation / Concern |
* Immediately Available * Lots of Information |
* Personal Support * Trusted * Actionable |
| Barriers |
* Limited Information * Time dependent |
* Validity / Trust * Scary - No personal support |
* Not immediately available |
| Function | Exposure | Research | Guidance |
